Refinancing properties allows real estate owners to presently benefit from their properties’ appreciation on a tax deferred basis. Because the borrower is obligated to repay the refinancing loan, refinancing a property by itself does not increase the borrower’s wealth and, therefore, does not result in taxable income. Rather, the borrower will only have taxable income if and when it sells the refinanced property in a taxable sale. However, if the property being refinanced was recently acquired in a section 1031 exchange, there is a risk that the net refinancing proceeds will be treated as unused proceeds from the sale of the relinquished property, which will result in taxable “boot”.
Read moreIn the 1031 exchange industry, we often come across clients looking to reposition or restructure their real estate portfolios. 1031 exchanges can be an effective solution because they allow investors to preserve the value of their invested capital through tax deferral.
Read moreTenants in common (also known as tenancy in common or TIC) is a type of ownership agreement that allows multiple investors to jointly purchase a single property. Each investor owns an undivided interest in the property and typically receives proportionate interest in income and growth.
Read moreMany in the real estate industry are familiar with the term “cost segregation study.” A cost segregation study identifies components within buildings that can be depreciated over shorter periods than the 27.5 and 39-year periods that typically apply to real estate.
Read moreAs we navigate through 2024, the 1031 Exchange landscape is evolving, driven by a combination of market forces and investor behaviors. This year, several key trends are emerging that are reshaping the way investors approach these transactions.
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